CVE-2024-1452: generateblocks Auth Bypass — Fix

Description

The GenerateBlocks plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 1.8.2 via Query Loop. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access and above, to see contents of posts and pages in draft or private status as well as those with scheduled publication dates.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

4.3

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-863 Incorrect Authorization

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
generatepress	generateblocks	< 1.8.3

References

Advisories & Patches

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&new=3041431%40generateblocks%2Ftrunk&old=2995923%40generateblocks%2Ftrunk&sfp_email=&sfph_mail=#file2 https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&new=3041431%40generateblocks%2Ftrunk&old=2995923%40generateblocks%2Ftrunk&sfp_email=&sfph_mail=#file2

Other References

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/generateblocks/trunk/includes/class-query-loop.php#L140 https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/generateblocks/trunk/includes/class-query-loop.php#L70 https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/62f19301-2311-4989-a5f2-9f845b72dd54?source=cve https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/generateblocks/trunk/includes/class-query-loop.php#L140 https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/generateblocks/trunk/includes/class-query-loop.php#L70 https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/62f19301-2311-4989-a5f2-9f845b72dd54?source=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-1452? +

The GenerateBlocks plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 1.8.2 via Query Loop. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access and above, to see contents of posts and pages in draft or private status as well as those with scheduled publication dates. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-1452? +

CVE-2024-1452 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 4.3 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-1452? +

CVE-2024-1452 affects products from generatepress, specifically: generateblocks. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-1452? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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